Overview
We are looking for a hydrogeologist who will provide specialist technical expertise and knowledge to lead on the effective management and protection of groundwater resources of Thames Area. You will use your professional judgement and decision-making when exposed to technically challenging operational decisions and environmental regulation, working with both internal and external stakeholders.
Role location is flexible but occasional travel to the Reading and Wallingford Office will be required. To discuss this role, please contact: Antonia Shakerley - Antonia.shakerley@environment-agency.gov.uk or Nicola Geppert - Nicola.geppert@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Responsibilities
* Managing large, challenging projects which impact on sustainable water use
* Leading and developing delivery of Thames area hydrogeology work and project work
* Undertaking analysis and determination of complex hydrogeological problems
* Building technical resilience through coaching and mentoring
* Responding to incidents as a central part of the role; available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident (may attract additional payment and full training). Alternative working arrangements will be available to support incident duties.
It’s our ambition to champion diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all regardless of race, sex, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity or marital status.
Experience / Skills Required
* Honours degree (or equivalent), and ideally a MSc level qualification (or equivalent), in geology / hydrogeology or relevant equivalent discipline.
* Highly experienced and technically competent professional with extensive understanding of hydrogeology and water resources.
* Ability to communicate across a wide network of audiences, turning technical detail into a compelling argument for the respective audience.
* Ability to deliver results through others by managing talent, coaching, and mentoring.
* Be a champion for innovation and best practice to add value and to achieve more for the environment.
Contact and additional information
Role location is flexible but occasional travel to the Reading and Wallingford Office will be required. To discuss this role, please contact: Antonia Shakerley - Antonia.shakerley@environment-agency.gov.uk or Nicola Geppert - Nicola.geppert@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Interviews are likely to take place in September. The Environment Agency at this time, do not prohibit the use of AI when completing applications when used as a form of technological assistance. This is deemed to be equivalent to pre-existing spelling and grammar checkers. Uses of AI must however be applied by candidates without providing false information or misrepresenting work history, experiences, skills or competency answers.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application. There is also a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.
Team and Environment
The team is responsible for working on some of the most challenging environmental issues within water resources and providing workable solutions. Our area is heavily dependent upon groundwater, and you will play a critical role in safeguarding and improving this important resource.
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